Tag: Protein

During my recent trip to Washington, D.C., for the Food & Nutrition Conference & Expo™ (FNCE®), I had an opportunity to walk the Expo floor in search of new food trends. After three days zigzagging my way up and down every aisle, my feet were a bit worse for the wear, but my taste buds […]

Protein is a hot topic in the media and among RDs. While consumers seem to think that more protein is better, we know that most Americans exceed the Recommended Dietary Allowance for protein. However, research has shown that a minimum of 20 g of protein is recommended at breakfast to prevent sarcopenia as we age. […]

A growing number of people are turning toward a plant-based diet or at least are trying to eat more whole plant foods, which we know can support weight loss, cardiovascular health, and chronic disease prevention. However, one of the biggest questions that many people still have is how to obtain sufficient protein sans animal products. […]

While it may seem to us nutrition professionals that smoothies have “had their moment,” many of our clients still see them as a quick and easy meal or snack to increase nutrient intake—and they can be! But clients may still lack knowledge about building a balanced smoothie and therefore may not be getting the appetite […]

Many RDs may have aspirations of creating their own food product, but very few know where to start. Kara Landau, APD, AN, is an Australian prebiotic-focused dietitian based in New York City and the founder at Uplift Food. Uplift Food recently released its first product, Daily Uplifter protein powder, a common allergen-free, powdered mix packed […]

Packed with plant-based protein, calcium, and iron, tofu adds a nutritional punch to breakfast, lunch, dinner, or dessert. According to the FDA, 25 g of soy protein per day, as part of a diet low in saturated fat and cholesterol, may reduce heart disease risk. One 3-oz serving of tofu provides 5 to 8 g […]

What image comes to mind when you hear the adage “Breakfast of Champions?” My husband’s reply was similar to many of our middle-aged friends: An amazing athlete eating a heaping bowl of flaked cereal. The quintessential healthful breakfast is changing. While boxed cereals made their debut during World War II, dietitians and consumers alike are […]